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world4 days ago

Protests and scrutiny rise over ICE tactics following Minneapolis shooting

Protests against immigration enforcement are planned across the U.S. following police shootings in Minneapolis and Portland, with demonstrations organized by groups like Indivisible, highlighting tensions surrounding ICE operations and recent violence. The protests include peaceful rallies and confrontations, especially in Minneapolis where federal officers are conducting large-scale immigration enforcement amid ongoing tensions.

crime5 months ago

Failed New Mexico Candidate Sentenced to 80 Years for Politically Motivated Shootings

Solomon Peña, a failed Republican candidate in New Mexico, was sentenced to 80 years in federal prison for orchestrating drive-by shootings at the homes of Democratic officials, including the state House speaker, in an attempt to influence political outcomes after the 2020 election. The attacks, motivated by false claims of election rigging, resulted in no injuries but caused significant fear among public officials.